Kai Trump Takes on YouTube Golf Star Grant Horvat in Notable Match

By: Luke Evans | 08/02/2024

In the world of YouTube golf content, few collaborations have generated as much buzz as the recent match between Kai Trump, granddaughter of former President Donald Trump, and YouTube golf star Grant Horvat. The video, which premiered on Grant Horvat's YouTube channel on July 29, 2024, has already amassed over 780,000 views in just a few days, making it one of Grant's most-watched golf videos of the year. The video is bound to keep gaining views steadily in the days and months ahead.

The match took place at the Trump National Golf Club in Jupiter, Florida, a stunning course known for its challenging layout and breathtaking views. Kai, an avid golfer with a growing following on social media, faced off against Grant, a seasoned golf influencer with over 772,000 subscribers on YouTube.

Kai Trump, fresh off her heartfelt speech at the Republican National Convention, is now swapping political podiums for putting greens.

The YouTube golf match video starts with a brief introduction of both players, highlighting their backgrounds and passion for the sport. Kai, a 17-year-old high school student, has been playing golf since she was a young child and has been featured in several golf publications and social media channels. Grant, on the other hand, is a former college golfer and has been creating golf content on YouTube for several years.

Kai boasts an impressive 0.03 handicap and has her sights set on obtaining a college scholarship for golf. She detailed that her typical day revolves around waking up early, practicing golf, getting in a workout, and then practicing golf again.

The match itself was a stroke play format, with both players competing for the lowest score over 9 holes. The video features several highlights, including impressive shots, funny moments, and friendly banter between the two players. Kai showed off her skills with a few long drives and accurate approach shots, while Grant demonstrated his expertise with some creative shots and clutch putts.

One of the most impressive details of the match is when Grant asks Kai how she handles growing up in the spotlight. Kai responded, "For me, it's always been normal. That's never changed who I am, and I'm still really grounded from it. For me, it's all I've known my whole life." She went on to say that following her RNC speech, her phone has been blowing up with text messages from her friends, but said, "that's not going to change who I am, and I took the time to respond to all my friends and ask them how their day has been. Nothing about me at all."

The match came down to the wire, with Kai needing a birdie putt to bring her to 4 over par and force Grant to make a tying putt. Ultimately, she missed and finished with a tap-in, resulting in Grant winning by a narrow margin with a 3 over par 39 to Kai's 5 over par 41. The video concludes with a brief interview with both players, where they discuss their experience, the importance of golf in their lives, and the desire for a rematch in the future.

The video has received widespread praise from golf fans and content creators alike, with many commenting on the high production value, engaging content, and impressive skills displayed by both players. The match has also sparked a renewed interest in golf among young people, with many viewers expressing their admiration for Kai and her passion for the sport.

As the video continues to gain traction on YouTube and social media, it's clear that the Trump-Horvat golf showdown has struck a chord with golf fans around the world. With their impressive skills, engaging personalities, and genuine love for the game, Kai Trump and Grant Horvat are sure to inspire a new generation of golfers for years to come.